Ahoj, (Is a common word for hello in Slovak, pronounced “Ah-hoy”)
- Dangerous weather patterns have persisted recently. Given that January is known for extreme conditions, please take precautions; frostbite is a serious risk that can result in amputation.”
- On a lighter note, Groundhog Day is celebrated annually in the United States and Canada on February 2. The tradition is derived from the Pennsylvania Dutch superstition that if a groundhog emerges from its burrow on this day and sees its shadow, it will retreat to its den and winter will continue for six more weeks; if it does not see its shadow, spring will arrive early. Punxsutawney Phil is the United States groundhog, and Wiarton Willie is the Canadian groundhog. Cross your fingers everyone.
- There are exciting happenings in Valley City. Bids for the new Valley City Public Schools building are expected to be let March 11, 2026. Steel is already up at the Tharaldson Family Athletic Center and the Public Works Service Center Complex. All three are impressive projects that will add beauty and functionality to Valley City. It is worth a drive-by to view the steelwork in person.
- Think, “SHOP small, SHOP local.” Thank you.
- With recent high winds persisting, empty garbage bins have been blowing around streets and alleys. Record the RPC barcode number on your bin, which is registered to your address, so you can identify it in the event of a “mix-up.”
- Dang, I wish I didn’t feel the need to write this again. PLEASE respect people’s yards and boulevards, “pick up your pet’s POOP”!
- The landfill we use raised mattress disposal fee to $15.00. With that, there will be a $15.00 fee per mattress when brought out to the transfer station. For information, please call 701-845-0314
- Thank you to all who provided material and to Sue for proofing this column.
- “Carry out a random act of kindness, with no expectation of reward, safe in the knowledge that one day someone might do the same for you.” ~ Princess Diana
Blessings, Prayer, Respect and Gratitude,
Dave
Dave Carlsrud